“I’m looking forward to this new challenge,” said Douglas. “I’ve worked with stakeholders in California and elsewhere for years and have seen time and time again the importance of trust, mutual respect, and an open dialogue to developing successful policies.  That’s critical as the industry continues working to ensure that consumers benefit from new innovations that make vehicles cleaner, safer and smarter.”

Cain previously served as Toyota’s Director of Technology and Innovation Policy, a position that helped lead the company’s policy development and advocacy on issues including connected and automated vehicle regulation, mobility-as-a-service, data privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and telecommunications.

“We are in the midst of an incredible transformation in mobility that will lead to safer, more accessible, and more convenient options for consumers,” said Cain.  “Industry, government, and other stakeholders need to work together to implement policies that will pave the way for these innovations and ensure that we can realize the benefits that these technologies will bring.”

About the Alliance for Automotive Innovation

Formed in 2020, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation is the singular, authoritative and respected voice of the automotive industry. Focused on creating a safe and transformative path for sustainable industry growth, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation represents the manufacturers producing nearly 99 percent of cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. The newly established organization, a combination of Global Automakers and Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, is directly involved in regulatory and policy matters impacting the light-duty vehicle market across the country. Members include U.S. operations of international motor vehicle manufacturers, original equipment suppliers, technology and other automotive-related companies and trade associations. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in Detroit, MI and Sacramento, CA. For more information, visit our website http://www.autosinnovate.org^[2].